REGIONAL REPORTWEST COAST NORTH AMERICA


The Port of Longview


had a good 2016 and expects that to


continue in 2017.


The Port of Everett specialises in high value over-dimensional cargoes.


flows, including power generation and distribution, shipbuilding and construction. Given our heavy lift capacity, we see a steady flow of 181-272 tonne transformers and generators to supply the ongoing upgrade and expansion of existing North American energy infrastructures, and we expect this to continue.”


Environmental hurdles All of the California organisations spoken with cited the state’s tough environmental regulations as both a cost and a benefit. “Our industry is committed to best sustainable practices since air and water quality are vital to the quality of life and the state’s economy,” Baumann noted. “At the same time, compliance with those regulations requires constant investment in such resources as shore-based power for ships and low-emission trucks, transport and power systems to meet air quality standards.” Headquartered in Long Beach,


California, the Bragg Companies offer specialised crane, rigging and heavy haul equipment resources for project moves throughout western USA. Bob Weyers, general manager for heavy transport, said a


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significant segment of his firm’s recent work has been concentrated on geothermal power generation projects, especially in northern California and the Pacific Northwest (PNW), with imports from Asia and the Middle East moving primarily over Los Angeles/Long Beach. To serve that market, Bragg has expanded


its fleet of dual-lane frame trailers and self-propelled modular transporters (SPMT). “Although we operate over a wide area, California is such a big part of our market that we have to continually invest in trucks and power systems that meet the state’s tough air quality standards.” Weyers said a steady decline in the overall


Removal of old structures at Tenth Avenue will add 30 acres (12.14 ha) of more laydown space and improved flexibility to serve the market. – Stefan Baumann, Port of San Diego


state of infrastructure – especially bridges – has also been a challenge. “Our geothermal moves [with weights up to 100 tonnes] can cover 300-500 miles (493-805 km). To get around some obstacles we have had to increase route lengths as much as 25 percent, requiring additional city and county permit clearances. Larger load sizes and weights also add to the complexity of our planning and execution.” While power generation has been the main focus of Bragg’s project work, heavy


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